Giants Talk: A San Francisco Giants Podcast

Alex Pavlovic and Ahmed Fareed discuss the ongoing GM search, some intriguing candidates, David Bell's departure, the Patrick Corbin rumor, some free agent targets, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Pavlovic and Ahmed Fareed break down the upcoming offseason, discussing Madison Bumgarner's value, potential trade partners, the Bryce Harper question, what the Giants should do about their health issues, the GM search, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Team president and CEO Larry Baer talks about why the Giants made the Bobby Evans move, what he's looking for in his next head of baseball operations, Bruce Bochy's future, on-field shakeups and more. Plus, Ahmed Fareed joins Alex to break down the Evans decision and what comes next for the Giants. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants starter Chris Stratton talks about what he learned from Ryan Vogelsong, the challenges of getting called up and sent down when you have a young family, his roller coaster season, the Giants rotation, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rookie catcher Aramis Garcia discusses what he's learned from Posey and Hundley, interactions with home plate umpires, the National League player he really wants to meet this month, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants prospect Chris Shaw discusses his first week in the majors, growing up playing baseball and hockey in Boston, how he followed the McCutchen rumors, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants third base coach Ron Wotus discusses staying out of Nolan Arenado's way, Steven Duggar's future, Austin Slater's defense, why more hitters don't try to beat his shifts, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants rookie Dereck Rodriguez discusses how he was converted to pitching, the hardest part of that journey, choosing the Giants as a minor league free agent, what he's learned from Posey and Hundley, and much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants left fielder/first baseman Austin Slater stops by to discuss his two weeks at first, the conversations over there, his approach to hitting, the search for more power, when he knew Dereck Rodriguez was for real, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Grant Brisbee of SB Nation and Giants Outsiders stops by to discuss what the Giants will do and should do before the deadline, Johnny Cueto's return, the surprising rookies, Jeff Samardzija's future, the American League, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Right-hander Ray Black discusses his MLB debut, his big fastball, discovering that his arm pain had gone away last offseason, adjustments he's making, staying healthy, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants center fielder Gorkys Hernandez discusses his breakout 2018 season, what's changed, how he learned to love baseball, the outfield victory celebrations and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Ahmed discuss the Hunter Strickland incident and injury, the Giants throwing at Lewis Brinson, the future of the bullpen and the ninth inning, Austin Slater being held down in AAA, Pablo's resurgence and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joey Bart, the No. 2 pick in the MLB Draft, discusses draft night, his visit to AT&T Park, meeting Buster Posey, his first big purchase after getting drafted, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scouting director John Barr discusses first round pick Joey Bart, second round pick Sean Hjelle, why the Giants took a ton of college pitchers on the second day of the draft, and how the whole draft process works. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Ahmed discuss Brandon Belt’s MVP-type numbers, Buster Posey's lack of power, a weird Evan Longoria stat, the issues with the rotation, what the Giants should do with their outfield, Madison Bumgarner's rehab schedule and much more from the first 50 games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants reliever George Kontos discusses finding out he was going to be a Pittsburgh Pirate, facing the Giants over the weekend, being part of Pittsburgh’s rebuild, being a setup man, how he could have been a Cub, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Pavlovic and Ahmed Fareed take your questions and discuss Mac vs. Pence, Duggar breaking into a crowded outfield, slow starts for some veterans in the lineup, the Bumgarner trade idea, guys struggling in the bullpen, the possibility of team execs and coaches lurking on Twitter and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Left-hander Derek Holland discusses facing the Giants in the 2010 World Series, how he chose San Francisco in the offseason, moving over to the National League, meeting Charlie Sheen, his many impersonations and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Top prospect Tyler Beede discusses his big league debut, making that call to family members, what your cell phone looks like when you get called up, his unique first visit to AT&T Park's mound, and much more. Plus, Alex and Ahmed break down the lineup's struggles through the first 11 games and what they saw from Beede and Andrew Suarez. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants third base coach Tim Flannery discusses what he saw in the clubhouse during a week in spring training, the changes to the coaching staff, what this year will be like for Bruce Bochy, and more. Also, Alex and Ahmed discuss the roster cuts in the outfield and infield and wrap up spring training. Plus, a Jeff Samardzija update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Heliot Ramos and Jacob Gonzalez, the top two Giants picks last summer, discuss their big professional debuts, what they like about each other's games, their first spring training, how they became so close, and their timetables for reaching the big leagues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gregor Blanco discusses his return to the Giants, his year with the Diamondbacks, Buster Posey vs. Paul Goldschmidt, and his desire to help young outfielders. Plus, Alex and Ahmed break down the first three weeks of spring training. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants prospects Tyler Cyr and Andrew Suarez are this episode's guests. Cyr, a right-handed reliever, discusses growing up a Giants fan, his unique college experience, the lesson he learned from Madison Bumgarner and more. Suarez, a left-handed starter, talks about his approach on the mound, throwing to Buster Posey, and being involved in Giancarlo Stanton trade rumors. Then, a bonus clip of Bruce Bochy discussing the Cactus League opener. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Prospect Steven Duggar discusses the possibility of winning a job this spring, dealing with injuries last year, his Fall League success, playing center field at AT&T Park, living with top prospects, and more. Plus, the proper pronunciation of his last name. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A fired up Hunter Pence discusses his move from right field to left field, getting over last season, this being his contract year, opening a coffee shop in the offseason, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Buster Posey sits down to discuss the recruitment of Shohei Ohtani, his reaction to the Longoria and McCutchen deals, lineup protection, the young starters, the concept of the Giants rebuilding, his legacy as a player, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants pitcher Jeff Samardzija reveals why he chose to honor Tyrone Willingham at the Coaching Corps Game Changer Awards and tells stories about his time as a two-sport star at Notre Dame. Jeff also discusses the vibe around the team facility in Scottsdale after the Longoria and McCutchen deals, the age of the Giants, what they have to do in 2018, and how McCutchen makes such a big impact. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Ahmed break down the Austin Jackson deal and what it means for center field and the lineup. Then they talk about the rest of the front office's offseason plans, the need to add more pitching, and a familiar name in the outfield. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the day he was introduced at AT&T Park, new Giants third baseman Evan Longoria discusses the trade, growing up in Dodger territory, getting to know his new teammates, if the Giants have the best defensive infield, and more. Plus, Alex and Ahmed go over the latest on the search for rotation and relief help. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Ahmed react to the Andrew McCutchen trade and discuss where he might hit, what the Giants gave up, and what they should do in center field. Plus, is the rotation now the most pressing need on the roster? Then, former Giant and Pirate Ryan Vogelsong gives his thoughts on what McCutchen brings on and off the field. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giant Kevin Frandsen discusses his new radio job, the concept of this Giants team turning into the Phillies squad that had to go through a long rebuild, the Evan Longoria deal, what he likes about Steven Duggar, other prospects in San Jose who stood out to him, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants first baseman Brett Pill stops by to discuss his time in San Francisco, what it was like playing in South Korea and what comes next now that his playing days are over. Plus, Alex and Ahmed talk about the quiet offseason stretch, timetables for Heliot Ramos and other prospects, Brandon Belt's future trade value and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Ahmed break down all angles of the Evan Longoria trade, including the "rebuild vs. reload" debate, future payroll commitments, losing Christian Arroyo, what this means for Pablo Sandoval, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David Bell, the new VP of Player Development, discusses why he returned to the Giants, his goals for the farm system, changes they need to make, and his best memories from San Francisco. Then, Craig Mish of Sirius XM talks about his Stanton reporting and what ultimately happened between the Giants and Mralins. Plus, a few minutes of Winter Meetings rumors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Top pitching prospect Tyler Beede talks about his Fall League experience, his upcoming wedding, a center fielder he likes and the rumors that he might get traded for Giancarlo Stanton. Also, Alex and Ahmed discuss the latest Stanton rumors and a potential plan for the outfield. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Right-hander Chris Stratton discusses his breakout season, the lessons he learned from Madison Bumgarner and Matt Cain, his high spin rate and more. Plus, Alex and Ahmed go over Johnny Cueto's contract, Brian Sabean's offseason priorities and Jeff Samardzija's trade value. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and Ahmed discuss the World Series, how the Giants compare to the two finalists, the October coaching changes, new hitting coach Alonzo Powell, some big-name free agents, trade chips, and the odds of bringing Giancarlo Stanton to San Francisco. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants team president and CEO Larry Baer wraps up the season and discusses the down year, his front office, paying the tax, season ticket sales, Tim Lincecum and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brian Sabean, the Giants' executive vice president of baseball operations, discusses Chris Shaw, Steven Duggar, the 2017 draft class, having the No. 2 pick, scouting internationally, the emphasis on analytics, the year Bobby Evans had and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants manager Bruce Bochy talks about when he knew these Giants were in trouble, the team's lack of power, the future of the outfield, Matt Cain, his future as manager and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rookie outfielder Austin Slater discusses his quick recovery from a groin injury, being a Jaguars fan, adjusting his swing for power, long rain delays, getting drafted by the Dodgers, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants hitting coach Hensley Meulens discusses the lineup's lack of power, how to change that, Austin Slater's approach, what Christian Arroyo needs to change, Brandon Crawford's second-half improvements, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giants pitcher and current NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Shawn Estes stops by to discuss Matt Moore's struggles, current Giants elbow injuries, having Tommy John surgery, knowing your career is ending, his weird injury at AT&T Park, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giant Todd Linden talks about returning to the organization as San Jose's hitting coach, working with young outfielders like Bryan Reynolds and Steven Duggar, playing with Barry Bonds, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Pavlovic and Ahmed Fareed discuss the quiet trade deadline, the next two months for the Giants, Madison Bumgarner's future here, Brandon Belt's advanced metrics, the fastest Giants and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Top prospect Chris Shaw talks about his successful season, his switch to left field, the time he thought he got traded to the Rays, a potential September call-up, balancing power with strikeouts, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

San Jose Giants broadcaster Joe Ritzo gives his memories of the minor league careers of Madison Bumgarner, Buster Posey, Brandon Crawford and Brandon Belt. Joe also discusses the current San Jose outfield and talks about a sleeper prospect in the minor league system. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rookie third baseman Ryder Jones discusses the highs and lows of his first week in the big leagues, the advice Christian Arroyo gave him, learning lessons at AT&T Park, improving his approach at the plate, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Giant Chris Heston talks about his journey to the Twins, his final year with the Giants, keeping in touch with old teammates, and why he occasionally watches his no-hitter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.